What to Expect During a Chiropractic Office Visit
Benefits of Chiropractic Care
Aside from relieving pain, chiropractic care helps people experience better overall health and wellness. Knowing what to expect will allow you to better navigate your options and figure out what's best for your health.
One of the best things about chiropractic care is greater mobility. Greater flexibility and movement from routine chiropractic care means improved ability to perform daily tasks and enjoy life. Suppose you've been experiencing any specific movement as painful or limited. In that case, chiropractic care can gently return normal range of motion to the area. Athletes, from amateurs to professionals, regularly seek the benefits of chiropractic adjustments, both in achieving a greater level of performance and in recovering quickly from injury. These adjustments keep things in proper alignment so your body can perform at its best, which is essential for any athlete.
Along with pain relief, chiropractic care is a proven partner in wellness. When your spine is aligned, you're helping your whole nervous system function better, including supporting your immune system. That translates to getting sick less often and healing faster when you do get sick. Chiropractic care builds a foundation for a proactive and preventative approach to health, ensuring that you can lead a vigorous life into your golden years.
Common Misconceptions About Chiropractic
People have many misconceptions about chiropractic care, primarily based on myths and misunderstandings. Answering these questions is very important, especially for you.
One misconception is the belief that chiropractic only treats back pain. Although chiropractic adjustments are the most sought-after treatment for back pain, chiropractic treatment is beneficial in addressing numerous conditions. The list of conditions is quite long, ranging from headaches and neck pain to joint pain and even digestive issues.
Many people think that starting care means signing up for life. While some patients choose regular maintenance care to prevent future issues, many only need a limited number of visits to address specific problems. Dr. Short will work with you one-on-one to develop a customized plan of care to address them. Together, you'll work toward particular goals, whether relieving pain or improving your overall health and wellness.
Moreover, there exists an idea that chiropractors are not legitimate doctors. Chiropractors complete years of rigorous education and training, culminating in a four-year doctoral degree (Doctor of Chiropractic). DCs are educated in nationally accredited, four-year doctoral graduate school programs through a curriculum that includes a minimum of 4,200 hours of classroom, laboratory, and clinical internship, with the average DC program equivalent in classroom hours to allopathic (MD) and osteopathic (DO) medical schools.
Getting Started with Us
When you enter our Santa Fe chiropractic clinic, you enter a welcoming environment that puts you at ease. The experience begins with your complimentary consultation. During this initial meeting, Dr. Short examines your health history and listens carefully to your concerns and needs. This discussion is critical as it paves the way for informed decisions about your unique course of care. Come prepared to discuss your significant complaints or issues you hope to address. We'll review your lifestyle and any previous treatments you have tried. This comprehensive knowledge enables Dr. Short to develop a personalized chiropractic care strategy that best serves your individual needs.
Once the assessment is complete, Dr. Short will explain the chiropractic adjustment process. Each adjustment is performed with precision and care. If your spine is misaligned, it can lead to tension and discomfort. By restoring proper alignment, you can experience improved mobility and reduced pain.
If Dr. Short has determined that chiropractic is the best course of action to resolve your problem, he will gently and precisely adjust your spine and extremities for a full-body adjustment. Many of our patients leave the office telling us they received instant relief and a better range of motion following their office visit.
Our unique approach
We specialize in the gentle and highly effective Activator Methods Chiropractic Technique. The Activator Method in chiropractic care employs a handheld device known as the Activator, which is designed to apply targeted, gentle adjustments to the spine and extremities.
This innovative technique offers a non-invasive alternative to traditional manual adjustment methods. It focuses on achieving spinal and extremity alignment and enhances patient comfort through precise, gentle, controlled force. Dr Short is the only certified Activator practitioner in Santa Fe. If you live outside the area, you can find a certified Activator doctor by clicking this link.
